The Pies came up short against their fellow top two aspirants, Brisbane. Cam Hooke looks at the fallout and what to expect from a final clash with old enemy Essendon before the finals.
Book Release: Tom Wills by Greg de Moore
August 17, 2023 by 6 Comments
Greg de Moore’s authoritative and highly captivating biography of Tom Wills has been out for a few months. The updated edition includes new research and addresses the most troubling questions surrounding the man himself.
Almanac Footy (Trips): My brothers
August 17, 2023 by 3 Comments
John Nugent has sent John Harms another email. In it he pays tribute to The Scallywags, a group of footy mates he holds dear.
‘Brad Murray…reflecting on the highs and lows of football…’ by KB Hill
August 17, 2023 by Leave a Comment
KB Hill talks with Brad Murray, a Myrtleford icon, about Brad’s wide-ranging experiences in footy.
Up the Mighty Murray! – Episode 18: By the time we get to Howlong
August 16, 2023 by 6 Comments
The river Murray takes us to Howlong home of the Spiders in the Hume Football Netball League for Episode 18 of ‘Up The Mighty Murray’ series. Featured match is Howlong v Billabong Crows.
Round 23 – AFL 2023 Footy Fixture
August 15, 2023 by Leave a Comment
It’s the penultimate round of home and away footy for 2023, check out who, where, and when your team is playing in Round 23.
Round 22 – Collingwood v Geelong: Waltzing the Matildas at the ‘G with Pies and Cats
August 15, 2023 by 4 Comments
Citrus Bob Utber was at the MCG to watch his beloved Cats fall short against the Pies in their Round 22 match but The Matildas more than compensated with their fantastic win against France.
Almanac Footy: Nic Nat Retires
August 15, 2023 by 8 Comments
John Gordon pays tribute to West Coast Eagle Nic Naitanui who has announced his retirement after a long run of injuries over the past few years.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 22 Review/Round 23 Preview
August 14, 2023 by 1 Comment
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life reports on Collingwood’s Round 22 win over Geelong, and previews their upcoming match against Brisbane.
Almanac Life: Peter Maddern’s eulogy for Fred ‘Chocka’ Bloch
August 14, 2023 by 11 Comments
Peter Maddern, better known as The Silver Bullet, gave this eulogy celebrating the character, life and influence of Fred Chocka Bloch.
Round 22 – Collingwood v Geelong: (Floreat Pica Society Report)
August 13, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Garry Stock and Ziggy present this week’s match report on behalf of The Floreat Pica Society of Collingwood’s momentous win over Geelong in Round 22.
Almanac Tribute: Rulebook’s tribute to Fred ‘Chocka’ Bloch
August 11, 2023 by 22 Comments
At the funeral of Dr Fred ‘Chocka’ Bloch OAM, Malcolm Ashwood gave a fitting tribute to a much admired and respected person who will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Round 22 – Sal’s Preview: The retiring season
August 11, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Critical matches for a number of teams in their Round 22 clashes this weekend. Sal helps you pick a winner with his insightful thoughts and tips. He picks some winners for Moonee Valley as well.
Up the Mighty Murray! – Episode 17: The Timbercutters: rising from the ashes
August 9, 2023 by 7 Comments
Episode 17 of ‘Up The Mighty Murray Peter Clark takes readers to The Timbercutters, their rising from the ashes, and to Mathoura in the Picola and District League where the featured match is Mathoura v Jerilderie. Peter also examines historical elements of settlement in the region.
Round 22 – AFL 2023 Footy Fixture
August 8, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Find out who, where, and when your team is playing this week in Round 22.
Almanac Life: Funeral Details for Fred ‘Chocka’ Bloch (with live stream link)
August 8, 2023 by Leave a Comment
Rulebook has provided details for the funeral of Dr Fred ‘Chocka’ Bloch taking place on Wednesday 9 August.
The Man from Monarch
August 8, 2023 by 2 Comments
The man from Monarch Cakes knows a thing or two about the Saints according to Patrick O’Brien.
Almanac Teams: One career game
August 7, 2023 by 2 Comments
Following in the footsteps of his last side, Rodney Boyd’s team this week is made up of those who ran out (or sometimes didn’t even do that) in just a solitary VFL/AFL game.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 21 Review / Round 22 Preview
August 6, 2023 by 1 Comment
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life reviews Collingwood’s disappointing loss against lowly Hawthorn, and previews their Round 22 match against Geelong.
Almanac (Footy) Life: Tribute to Old Dog on his 700th game of footy
August 4, 2023 by 15 Comments
The Old Dog (Matt Zurbo) plays his 700th game of footy this Saturday 5 August. His long time team mate Sean Maxwell pays tribute to one of life’s great human beings and his incredible milestone. [Well played Old Dog – Congratulations from all at the Footy Almanac family! -Ed]
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